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The Dick Dodge NCRI Seminar Series features presentations from leading researchers dedicated to the future of coral reefs and ocean ecosystems.
Upcoming Seminars
Upcoming Seminars
*November 18, 3-4pm EST*
*November 18, 3-4pm EST*
The Little Coral Science Project That Could: A Tale of COVID, Extinction, and International Intrigue
The Little Coral Science Project That Could: A Tale of COVID, Extinction, and International Intrigue
Dr. John Parkinson, University of South Florida
In this session, we welcome Dr. John Parkinson to discuss a multi-year collaborative research effort centered on improving acroporid restoration success by uncovering the genetic and ecophysiological basis for coral heat tolerance traits.
Previous Seminars
Previous Seminars
October 24,2025
Assessing the Role of Coral Reefs in Coastal Hazard Risk Reduction
Assessing the Role of Coral Reefs in Coastal Hazard Risk Reduction
Dr. Curt Storlazzi, University of California, Santa Cruz
In this session, we welcome Dr. Curt Storlazzi to discuss the role coral reefs play in coastal hazard reduction. Learn how physics-based modeling is being used to identify and optimize coral reef restoration strategies that reduce coastal flooding risks and strengthen community resilience.
Honoring Leadership and Vision
Honoring Leadership and Vision
The Dick Dodge NCRI Seminar Series is named in recognition of Dr. Richard Dodge, whose leadership, scholarship, and commitment to collaboration have shaped coral reef research and coordination for decades. The series embodies the values and scientific curiosity that Dr. Dodge has championed throughout his career.
A recognized authority on coral reef ecosystems, Dr. Dodge has conducted extensive research throughout the Caribbean and beyond. His expertise centers on understanding the effects of both natural and human-induced impacts on coral reefs, including the assessment and analysis of physical damage and pollution.
Dr. Dodge was instrumental in establishing the National Coral Reef Institute (NCRI) and served as its Executive Director for over two decades. During his tenure, he worked to bridge the gap between researchers and resource managers, ensuring that vital coral reef science informed management decisions and policy at regional and national levels.
Today, Dr. Dodge continues to support coral reef research and advocate for the conservation of these invaluable ecosystems.
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